Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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